The Italy international has taken to social media to make his feelings clear to his former employees and the supporters as he moves to north London
Sandro Tonali has posted a heartfelt goodbye to the Newcastle United supporters as his £100million transfer to Tottenham goes through.
The 26-year-old Italy international has become Spurs' record transfer with the move that contains an initial £92.5million deal and then £7.5million in add-ons for Newcastle. Now the midfielder has posted a montage of moments from his three years with the Magpies after arriving from AC Milan.
"Three years ago I came to Newcastle not really knowing what to expect. Today it’s time to say goodbye and it’s hard to find the right words," he wrote.
"I want to start by thanking the club. To the people who work every day and nobody sees at the training ground, everyone who welcomed me and made me feel at home from the very first day. Thank you to the staff and my teammates for believing in me and helping me grow. A special mention to the gaffer, Eddie, who’s been a real guiding figure and who always had my back throughout this journey.
"But above all, I want to speak directly to the fans. When things were hard for me, you were there. Not for one day did I feel alone. I felt it every time I was at St James’ Park. That’s something I will carry with me for the rest of my life.
"Together, we achieved something this city had been waiting decades for. At Wembley that day, it was special, a historic moment we got to share together. To the fans who never stopped believing, who never stopped cheering for this club, who were there in the hardest times, that trophy was for you.
"The game brought me to Newcastle. Today I leave with my wife and our son, born during my time here. This city gave me more than football. It gave me a home, moments I’ll hold onto forever, and people I will always be grateful for.
"Thank you for everything. Sandro"